As of September 2024, the primary reason behind cyberattacks detected by companies in France was to steal customer information, accounting for 23 percent of cases. Ransomware attacks aimed at extorting money were the second-most common reason for cyberattacks targeting French companies. Additionally, 15 percent of cyberattacks were intended to spy on company activities.
Most common reasons behind cyberattacks detected by companies in France as of September 2024
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Ipsos France. (September 2, 2024). Most common reasons behind cyberattacks detected by companies in France as of September 2024 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved February 08, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1550783/france-reasons-for-cyberattacks-companies/?__sso_cookie_checker=failed
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